Employer Registration for On-Campus Interviewing

The Center for Professional Development invites you to register for Seattle University School of Law’s 2022 Winter or Spring On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) Program. OCI is a great way to hire 1Ls and 2Ls for summer or school year internships and law clerk positions, and 3Ls for post-grad associate positions.

Winter OCI interviews will take place January 18-21 (virtual and in-person options are available); employer registration will remain open until December 15. 

Spring OCI interviews will take place March 7-10 (virtual and in-person options are available); employer registration will remain open until February 11.

OCI is managed through our Symplicity system. To register for an OCI, first log in to Symplicity.  If you have never done so, you must first create an account. Go to Symplicity to sign up. Please complete the form (fields marked with an asterisk are required) and be sure to select “OCI” in the “Services Requested” section. Please read and accept our policy affirmation in Symplicity. Click on the box below it before you click on the "Submit" button. A username and password will be sent to you via email so that you may continue to access the system.

Once you log in to Symplicity, click on the “OCI” tab on the left side of the page. Then, click on the “Schedule Request” tab, followed by the “Request A Schedule” button. Please complete the "Schedule Request Form" for the appropriate session and click “Submit.”

Requests will be reviewed in the order in which they are received, and you will be contacted accordingly.

If you would prefer for the Center for Professional Development to collect resumes for your firm or organization rather than interviewing on campus, please complete the "Schedule Request Form" (per the instructions above) and select “Resume Collection” rather than “Interview.”

We are excited to have you join us! Feel free to contact Matt Etter, Director of Professional Development & Alumni Relations, if you have any questions.

Resume Pop-in Clinic

 Seattle U Law students, stop by The Sidebar on Monday for a quick resume review with CPD!

NLRB Employment Opportunities

The National Labor Relations Board has 153 vacancies for law students and alumni to consider. Find details below.

There are 47 (nationwide) openings for each of these positions:

• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11269425CF – Law Clerk (Trainee) – GS-0904-11
• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11269429CF – Law Clerk (Trainee) – GS-0904-12
• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11269827CF – General Attorney (Labor) (Honors Attorney) – GS-0905-12

 There are 3 (Washington, DC) openings for each of these positions:

• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11271680CF – Law Clerk (Trainee) – GS-0904-11
• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11271681CF – Law Clerk (Trainee) – GS-0904-12
• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11271684CF – General Attorney (Labor) (Honors Attorney) – GS-0905-12

There is 1 (Washington, DC) opening for each of these positions:

• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11271360CF – Law Clerk (Trainee) – GS-0904-11
• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11271361CF – Law Clerk (Trainee) – GS-0904-12
• Notice of Vacancy NL21EX11271362CF – General Attorney (Labor) (Honors Attorney) – GS-0905-12

WACDL Paperless Trials Webinar

Paperless Trials Webinar

Start Date: 11/5/2021 8:30 AM PDT
End Date: 11/5/2021 12:00 PM PDT

This program is FREE for law students; register here 

Organization Name: Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Contact:

Amy Hirotaka
Email: info@wacdl.org
Phone: (206) 623-1302

Paperless Trials
Kristen Gestaut and Denice Gagner, co-chairs

Schedule:

8:30 AM	Jurybox Demo Jeff Castleton
9:00 AM	Perspective from the Bench Judge David Keenan
10:00 AM	Effective Use of OneNote and Other Tech for Presentations Susy Sobel and Sarra Marie
11:00 AM	Electronic Ethics Mo Hamoudi
Noon	End

MCLE application has been made for 2 law and legal credits and 1 ethics credit.

Judicial Intern Opportunity Program

ABA Litigation Section Judicial Intern Opportunity Program Applications Accepted Beginning November 1 The American Bar Association’s Litigation Section is a place where law students become engaged in the legal profession and where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are advanced. One example is the Section’s Judicial Intern Opportunity Program (JIOP). The program is a summer internship program open to all first- or second-year diverse law students. Selected students intern for six weeks or more during the summer with a participating state or federal judge. The program offers a $2,000 award to each selected student. Students can also elect law school credit or coordinate their award with their work/study financial aid. JIOP will begin accepting applications for all students on November 1. The deadline for applying is January 7, 2022. Last year, JIOP offered internships to 164 law students representing 73 different law schools in locations throughout the country. This year's goal is to place 160 students. Summer 2022 placements will include a new JIOP location in Salt Lake City, UT. Please review the program description and frequently asked questions. The program application and detailed program information are on the program website: ambar.org/jiop. Contact JIOP Program Director Gail Howard with additional questions at gail.howard@americanbar.org or by phone at (312) 988-6348. Early applications are encouraged; last year’s program had more than 700 applications for 164 spots. Screening interviews are guaranteed for the first 500 applicants. Other students will be screened on an as-needed basis. Membership in the ABA and Litigation Section is free for law students. Students can join at ambar.org/joinlt (or by calling 800-285-2221) for access to the Section’s multimedia resources for law students and young litigators, professional development opportunities, and content from 35+ practice-specific committees. Learn more at ambar.org/litigation.

Judicial Institute Fellows Clinic

The application for the Judicial Institute's Fellows Clinic is now open. The Judicial Institute is committed to the diversification of Washington’s courts. 

About the Clinic:

Fellows will participate in two-day in-person interactive sessions at Seattle University School of Law on March 13-14, 2022, designed to provide practical knowledge to help legal professionals from a variety of backgrounds become judges.  Taught by instructors who are judges, minority bar judicial evaluation committee members, and appointing authorities, the clinic will address topics including judicial ethics, the judicial appointment process, and preparing for a judicial campaign. SU's public health protocols will be followed for the in-person clinic.

In addition, Fellows will be assigned judicial mentors who will provide one-on-one feedback and guidance. At the end of the program, Fellows should have the skills and information to begin seeking a position on the bench. Fellows will also receive general and ethics CLE credits.

Application Process:

Interested applicants with eight years or more of legal experience should submit a letter of interest, resume, and an application. The application materials are due November 15, 2021 and are available HERE.

Please email info@judicialinstitute.org with questions.

DOJ Volunteer Legal Internship Program Webinars

Each year, over 2,000 volunteer legal interns serve in Justice components and U.S. Attorneys’ Offices throughout the country. Legal interns work on challenging and meaningful issues in various practice areas that impact the US.

On Tuesday, November 9, and Wednesday, November 10, 2021, OARM is hosting three webinars introducing law students to DOJ’s Volunteer Legal Internship Program.  Speakers will share information about summer and academic-year vacancies, the application process, and answer frequently asked questions. Students may attend any one of the webinars listed below.  

No RSVP is required. Use the following links to access the webinars:

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 – 12:00 PM ET

Link:  Volunteer Legal Internships at the U.S. Department of Justice

Date:  Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Time:  12:00 – 12:30 PM ET

Event Password:  VLIPWebinar21 (Event password should populate automatically.)

Event Code (Access Code):   2761 325 9845 (You should not need this code, if you follow the above link.) 

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2021 – 1:00 PM ET or 3:00 PM ET

 Option 1: 

Link:  Volunteer Legal Internships at the U.S. Department of Justice

Date:  Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Time:  1:00 – 1:30 PM ET

Event Password:  VLIPWebinar21 (Event password should populate automatically.)

Event Code (Access Code):   2761 979 4593 (You should not need this code, if you follow the above link.) 

Option 2:

Link:  Volunteer Legal Internships at the U.S. Department of Justice

Date:  Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Time:  3:00 – 3:30 PM ET

Event Password:  VLIPWebinar21 (Event password should populate automatically.)

Event Code (Access Code):   2761 061 6720 (You should not need this code, if you follow the above link.) 

Call-In:  (210) 795-0506 US Toll / 1-877-465-7975 US Toll Free

Need help?  Email:  Liliana.Daniel@usdoj.gov  |  https://help.webex.com

Low Bono Incubator Now Accepting Applications

Seattle University School of Law's Low Bono Incubator is accepting applications from solo and small firm startups through 11/30.

If you've always wanted to start your own firm and provide services to clients from a spectrum of economic backgrounds but didn't think you could do it alone, there's great news: YOU DON'T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE!

The Incubator can help you in a variety of ways:

• Office space in downtown Seattle for the receipt of mail and service of process, plus conference room availability to meet with clients and conduct depositions;
• Access to experienced practicing attorneys who can provide mentoring in their areas of practice and on running a law practice;
• Support, guidance, and encouragement from Program Director and Seattle U Law alum Dean "Stan"​ Perkins;
• One-on-one meeting with a business coach;
• Peer support through monthly meetings with the cohort and director;
• Curriculum in the form of bi-monthly CLEs geared at practical skill building and the tools necessary to launch and sustain a successful affordable legal services firm (these will include: Launching a Successful Practice; Marketing; Depositions; Fee Agreements; Discovery; and 10 Common Mistakes of New Attorneys);
• All alumni privileges of the law library, plus a free borrowing membership;
• A one-year subscription to the case management software CLIO or Practice Panther, and Lexis Nexis;
• Numerous networking opportunities.

Check it out, alums: Seattle U Law Low Bono Incubator

WSBA Diversity Committee Seeks Law Student Representatives

Are you a law student who is passionate about improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession? If so, then apply to become a Law Student Representative on the Washington State Bar Association’s Diversity Committee!

The WSBA’s Diversity Committee is dedicated to implementing WSBA’s Diversity and Inclusion Plan, and its work promotes historically underrepresented groups to enter and stay in the profession of law. The Committee does this through collaborative relationships and community building activities that highlight numerous societal benefits of a diverse law profession.

The Diversity Committee is seeking Law Student Representatives to help facilitate collaboration with the law student population in Washington State. The Law Student Representatives will work alongside Committee members in areas including: providing feedback and guidance to the content of educational and other programs; representing the committee at activities and events; joining subcommittees as needed; deepening their own understanding of diversity, inclusion and equity issues and WSBA positions and programming priorities; and acting as ambassadors to members and stakeholders for the committee.

Law Student Representatives will also be responsible for:

• Sharing information about Diversity Committee programs and resources with law schools and law students;
• Providing insight and brainstorming along with the Diversity Committee at regular Committee meetings;
• Assisting with any work delegated to them by the Diversity Committee as appropriate.

The commitment is about 4-5 hours per month.

If you are interested in being considered for a Law Student Representative position, please submit a resume and brief statement of interest (no more than 350 words) to dominiques@wsba.org by the end of the day on 10/18/2021.

King County Bar Association Environmental & Land Use Section Happy Hour

Law students and new lawyers, you are invited to join the KCBA Environmental & Land Use Section for a virtual happy hour (non-CLE) on Thursday, October 28 @ 5pm via Zoom.

It’s hard to connect during these remote times, which is why the KCBA Environmental & Land Use Section wants to reach out to law students and new practitioners with the opportunity to discuss careers in environmental and land use law.  

Join KCBA Environmental and Land Use members as they discuss their current practices, including the sometimes-rocky path to their current roles. The conversation will then open to attendees for questions and general discussion.

CLICK HERE to register. 

Learn more about KCBA's practice sections here, and consider joining as a student member.

Navy JAG Info Session, September 30 at Noon

Please join the Center for Professional Development and representatives from the US Navy on Thursday, September 30 from 12 – 1 pm for a virtual info session on Navy JAG careers. 

Email Erin Fullner by 5 pm on September 28 to RSVP. 

This event is open to all Seattle U law students.

This session will be a great opportunity to learn about Navy JAG service and gain insights on how to be a competitive candidate for the next application cycle.

If you're interested in learning about additional JAG opportunities, contact Dr. Fullner to join the JAG listserv.

Attorney General Honors Program and Summer Law Intern Program

The online application for the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) and the Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) is open. The deadline for law students and eligible graduates to apply is Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at 11:59 PM ET. The HP is the nation's premier entry-level federal attorney hiring program. There are 150+ entry-level attorney opportunities this year.

Please note: a new Cyber Fellowship was recently added to the list of opportunities through the HP. This Fellowship will provide selected attorneys the opportunity to handle emerging national security and criminal cyber threats, while rotating through multiple Department components that protect the nation from cyber threats, including the Criminal Division, National Security Division, and U.S. Attorneys’ Offices.

You will find more detailed information about both programs, including eligibility requirements, all participating components, application tips, and a link to the application at:

•            HP:  http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/entry-level-attorneys 

•            SLIP:  http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/summer-law-intern-program 

1L Virtual Coffee Breaks

1Ls, if you’d like to be paired with an alum for a virtual coffee break, email Erin Fullner, Director of Professional Development & Alumni Relations, by noon on Monday, September 13. Once you’re assigned an attorney, you'll receive virtual networking tips and instructions.

 

US DOJ Cyber Fellowship

The U.S. Department of Justice just added a new Cyber Fellowship to the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) this year. The three-year Cyber Fellowship will provide selected attorneys the opportunity to handle emerging national security and criminal cyber threats, while rotating through multiple Department components that protect the nation from cyber threats including the Criminal Division, the National Security Division, and the U.S. Attorneys Offices.

Through this unique opportunity, Fellows will handle a broad range of the cyber cases handled by the Department to provide them with a comprehensive understanding of the Departments response to emerging and critical threats. Fellows can expect to investigate and prosecute state-sponsored cyber threats; transnational criminal groups; infrastructure and ransomware attacks; and the use of cryptocurrency and money laundering to finance and profit from cyber-based crimes.

Incoming Fellows must agree to a three-year commitment to the program and be able to secure a Top Secret security clearance.  All Fellows will be based in the Washington, D.C. area.  Fellows may be extended or converted to permanent without further competition or reapply to the Honors Program in a subsequent year provided they meet eligibility criteria.  Alternatively, as they approach the end of their three-year term, Fellows may apply to permanent positions within the Department that align with their interest.

HOW TO APPLY: The Cyber Fellowship has been added to the online Honors Program application "Components of Interest" screen as an informal participant to permit interested applicants who have not yet submitted their application to apply. Honors Program applicants who wish to apply but already submitted an application, should simply follow these steps.

• Log back in to their online account and, in the "Action" column, select the red "Withdraw" button. 

• The system will ask them to confirm that they want to withdraw their application. 

• Once they confirm, they can go back in to their application to make any changes necessary by clicking the "Continue Application" button in the upper right portion of the browser screen.  Be sure to select “save and continue” to retain changes.

• They MUST re-certify and re-submit their application prior to the application deadline - go through the same Certify & Submit process they did when first submitting their application. 

• If they have questions relating to modifying their application or experience technical difficulty, click the "Live Chat" button to the right side of the browser.

As a reminder, the deadline for law students and eligible graduates to submit their applications is Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at 11:59 PM ET.

Meet With the IRS About Careers in Tax, Litigation, and Transactional Law

Are you interested in tax? Even if you haven’t thought about a career in tax, do you like Litigation or Transactional Law? Have you ever considered a career with the federal government? Are you worried about having a work/life balance when you graduate? IRS' Office of Chief Counsel might be the place for you, either to start your career and gain valuable experience that might take years to get in private sector jobs, if ever, or for your whole career!

Come join the IRS’ Office of Chief Counsel Deputy Chief Counsel in a virtual small group chat to discuss a day in the life of an IRS attorney on Monday, August 16, 2021, at 12pm Pacific Time. This small group setting will be a time for you to ask questions, get to know more about the agency, learn more about our hiring process, and talk to attorneys about their experience at Counsel. These sessions are open to all current students.

 

This meeting will be on August 16, at 12pm Pacific Time.

Join one-on-one: https://irs.zoomgov.com/j/1606854265?pwd=ejZSeDBNQTdlUGFRd0JSTEl5S1YrUT09

 

Later this summer, the Office of Chief Counsel will be hiring 2Ls, 3Ls, and LLMs students. See http://jobs.irs.gov/counsel for information on open positions and hiring. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about the Office of Chief Counsel and get some of your questions answered.

Follow IRS Office of Chief Counsel on Linked In

Job Talk Tuesday: Jump In, The Water's Fine

"I might as well just jump in with both feet."

Erin Fullner, Director of Professional Development & Alumni Relations at SU Law

Sometimes the deep end is exactly where you need to be, so don't be afraid to jump in. "You don't know what you don't know" – be flexible, be bold, be open. 

For this last Job Talk Tuesday of the season, CPD's own Erin Fullner focuses on flexibility, providing a reminder that your first job is about growth, and the best opportunities for growth sometimes show up in unexpected places. 

You never know what each opportunity could bring, so it doesn't make sense to rule out possibilities before you've earnestly explored them, especially early in your career. Talk to Erin or one of the other advisors in the Center for Professional Development for guidance and encouragement. 

Watch and Listen to Erin's Job Talk

If you would like a transcript of the interview, please contact Erin Fullner

Job Talk Tuesday: Step Up Your Game

"Step your game up - whether that's constantly improving your skills, constantly networking, or constantly looking for and doing things that will separate you from the competition."

David Tran, SU Law Class of 2015

David Tran, associate attorney at Helsell Fetterman, talks about his previous judicial clerkship and the value of looking at your early jobs in the law as an opportunity to develop skills. You don't have to know what area you want to practice in right off the bat; using your first job (or two) to build a varied skill set and explore options can help you find the right path for you. 

"Be intentionally flexible," as David says. Most folks don't land right into their ideal job, so be open to things you may not have considered before - they can move you closer to your goals.

Watch and Listen to David's Job Talk

If you would like a transcript of the interview, please contact Erin Fullner

Job Talk Tuesday: Don't Be Afraid

"Don't be afraid to take a risk and follow your gut."

Kasha Roseta, SU Law Class of 2014

Don't be afraid to try things, don't be afraid to take risks, and don't be afraid to post a Job Talk Tuesday on a Thursday (that last one is very specific, so no need to commit it to memory). Adapting is key to your development as a professional, and knowing who you are and how to combine your strengths can help you successfully identify and make necessary change.

Kasha Roseta, Equity and Civil Rights Program Supervisor at the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, discovered that combining her love for education and law was the winning formula for career satisfaction for her, but it took a willingness to try things, along with honesty and courage, to get there.

Watch and Listen to Kasha's Job Talk

If you would like a transcript of the interview, please contact Erin Fullner

US Attorney General Honors Program and Summer Law Intern Program

OARM is excited to announce that the Attorney General’s Honors Program (HP) and Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) application opens on Saturday, July 31, 2021, and will close on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at 11:59 PM ET. Applications must be submitted via the online application. There are a lot of great opportunities through the HP for third-year law students and recent graduates and for second-year students through the SLIP.

Please also attend the HP and SLIP Application Tips Webinar (open to rising second- and third-year law students and recent graduates in a judicial clerkship, fellowship, or LL.M.) - details below. Finally, please review the application that will be available July 31, 2021, prior to the webinars and arrive prepared with questions.

More information about both programs, including offices participating and the number of available positions, can be found at:

• HP:   https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/entry-level-attorneys
• SLIP:  https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/summer-law-intern-program

If you cannot attend, please review the websites and Application Tips and Checklist. 

Date:	Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Time:	3:00 – 4:00 PM ET / 12:00 – 1:00 PM PT
Event Link:	DOJ HP/SLIP Application Tips Webinar (Participants will be asked to provide their first name, last name, and email address.)
Event Number (Access Code):	199 756 6926 (You should not need this code, if you follow the above link.)
Event Password:	AppTips2021 (Event password should populate automatically.)
Call-In:	To receive a call back, provide your phone number when you join the event, or call the number below and enter the access code. +1-210-795-0506 US Toll +1-877-465-7975 US Toll Free Access Code: 199 756 6926 Global call-in numbers  |  Toll-free dialing restrictions
Need help?	Email:  Liliana.Daniel@usdoj.gov  |  https://help.webex.com

Job Talk Tuesday: Spirit of Adventure

"Every day is a new adventure."

Jason Lantz, SU Law Class of 2010

Approach your job path with an adventurous spirit and you’re sure to succeed! Lawyering is hard work, but the rewards are big and you'll meet wonderful people along the way.

Jason Lantz, a trial attorney with the Law Offices of Geoffrey Burg, finds fulfillment in recognizing that every day is a new adventure filled with profound challenges and lifechanging solutions. So whatever you do, do it with a great team and the knowledge that practicing law is an honor and a privilege.

Watch and Listen to Jason's Job Talk

If you would like a transcript of the interview, please contact Erin Fullner

Job Talk Tuesday: Find Your Voice

"Find Your Voice."

Syesha Thomas, SU Law Class of 2017

You and your authentic voice are needed in the law. As Syesha Thomas, District Manager & Sales Leader for Amazon Web Services in San Francisco, shares, "Going to law school enabled me to find my voice." 

In this week's Job Talk, Syesha discusses how four commitments will help you be extraordinary as you use your voice to carve out a successful career path: 

1. Outwork your opponent
2. Be strategic
3. Be resilient
4. Have a clear thought on who you want to be in the world!

Watch and Listen to Syesha's Job Talk

If you would like a transcript of the interview, please contact Erin Fullner

Opportunities with the Washington State Attorney General's Office

Each fall the Office of the Attorney General conducts an Honors Program during which the AGO entertains applications from third-year law students and judicial clerks.  At the end of this process, the office extends offers of Assistant Attorney General positions to approximately 5 applicants.  In addition to the Honors Program for third-year law students, the AGO is recruiting second-year law students interested in serving as a volunteer law clerk next summer.

For 3Ls:  To apply and be considered for an Assistant Attorney General position commencing next fall via the Honors Program, interested applicants will need to apply by visiting the posting located HERE and follow the application directions.  The deadline to apply is August 22, 2021. Applications will be reviewed and invitations to interview will then be extended. 

For 2Ls:  To apply and be considered for a volunteer law clerk position next summer via the 2L Fall Law Clerk Recruitment Program, interested applicants will need to visit the posting and apply directly to it.  A link to the 2L posting is HERE.  The deadline to apply is September 6, 2021.  Applications will be reviewed and invitations to interview will then be extended. 

Job Talk Tuesday: Make A Name For Yourself

“To make a name for myself, I had to work at it.”

Javier Ortiz, SU Law Class of 2016

What is Job Talk Tuesday all about? Last summer, as our recent graduates faced an uncertain job market, we reached out to alumni who started their legal careers during the Great Recession for inspiration. Their stories of grit and messages of encouragement were so timeless that we’re bringing the series back this summer. Though the legal job market is healthy, flexibility is always a virtue in your first job search. As today’s Job Talk alum, Javier Ortiz, reminds us, we could spend days talking about resilience—so we will! 

Spend some time with Javi, an associate at Beacon Attorneys, a boutique family law firm here in Seattle. Javi shares how he used his charisma and gift of gab to build experience and a network of attorneys. He made a name for himself, and you will too.

Watch and Listen to Javi's Job Talk

If you would like a transcript of the interview, please contact Erin Fullner

KCBA's New Lawyers Division is Offering a Free CLE - COVID-19 Impacts on LGBTQ+ Community: Practical Steps for Inclusive Representation

Free June CLE – Registration Open Now

The NLD’s June CLE offering is “COVID-19 Impacts on LGBTQ+ Community: Practical Steps for Inclusive Representation,” by Alphonse Littlejohn and J. Denise Diskin, QLaw.

COVID-19 has significantly impacted access to justice, especially in communities already experiencing legal barriers.  This conversation will provide information about how COVID-19 has impacted LGBTQ+ communities, with a particular focus on Black, Indigenous, and other people of color and rural communities, and will offer an overview of common legal issues arising in LGBTQ+ communities because of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as updates to legislation protecting marginalized and poor people in Washington.  Attendees will also have an opportunity to share best practices and litigation strategies for serving LGBTQ+ clients.

 Pre-registration is required—register here.

WSBA Solo & Small Conference FREE for Students and 2021 Grads of Law Schools in Washington State

To: All Students Attending Law School in Washington State and 2021 Graduates of WA Law Schools

The WSBA will present the 2021 Solo and Small Firm Conference in July in partnership with the WSBA Solo & Small Practice Section. This year’s Conference will be a two-day virtual program offered online as a live webinar July 30-31.

All current first year and second year law school students attending a law school in Washington State may register for this online program for free.  It’s an excellent opportunity to become more familiar with challenges and issues you may need to deal with if you become a solo/small firm practitioner.

Program Details:

The Resilient Law Firm: Adapt, Pivot and Thrive

2021 Solo and Small Firm Conference 

Dates:

Friday and Saturday, July 30-31, 2021 

Schedule:

Day 1 - Friday, July 30, 2021 
8:30 a.m. Webcast Login Opens
8:45 a.m. Webcast Begins
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. Lunch Break
4:15 p.m. Adjourn
4:30 p.m. Trivia and Networking Virtual Event

 

Day 2 - Saturday, July 31, 2021                     
8:30 a.m. Webcast Login Opens
8:45 a.m. Webcast Begins
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. Lunch Break                             
4:00 p.m. Adjourn 

The Conference features presentations by five national speakers; Paul Unger, Sam Glover, Sharon Nelson, John Simek, and Stuart Teicher in addition to speakers from Washington State. (Please click on each name for a hyperlink to further information about the speaker).

Program topics include:

• Legal innovation
• Cybersecurity tips for lawyers & cybersecurity for your firm and employees
• The resilient organization: thriving in challenging time
•  Reinventing justice
• Ethical issues involved in negative on-line reviews
• Legal tech tips, gadgets, apps and websites
• Perspectives from the Bench on virtual hearings and trials
• Managing your workload
• Marketing
• Lessons from COVID-19

The Conference presentations on Friday will be followed by a Virtual Trivia and Networking Event.

 To register and for further information about the July 30-31, 2021 WSBA Solo and Small Firm Conference please contact Karend@wsba.org.  

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B4 OCI: Get the Real Story The interviewing season for second year law students can be daunting and we want to help you navigate it successfully. Please join us for a panel discussion that will provide concrete and specific advice for the coming interview season. Our panel of partners and recruiting professionals will share their tips and suggestions with a particular focus on preparing for interviews – both OCI and callback interviews – and then navigating those interviews and the post-interview process. This event is for 2L law students participating in interviews during the summer of 2021. Questions? Please contact Shelley Levine via email.   Monday, June 14, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. PT 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. MT 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. CT 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ET Breakout session will be held the last 30 minutes.   RSVP HERE   Online Event Login instructions will be included in the confirmation email you will receive after registering.     Moderator Katie Monin | Director of Legal Recruiting | Seattle Katie oversees all law student, lateral associate and counsel hiring across the firm. She has been with Perkins Coie for more than 6 years. Katie graduated from UVA Law and practiced law with a large national New York law firm before coming to Perkins Coie. She has presented at the Annual NALP Conference and is a past president of the Seattle Area Legal Recruiting Administrators.   Panelists Mike Gotham | Senior Director of Legal Talent | San Francisco As the Senior Director of Legal talent, Mike oversees law student and associate recruiting for the firm’s 17 U.S. offices. He is a past president of NALP, served on the NALP Board of Directors and chaired multiple NLP committees and task forces. Mike was director of the Career Planning Office at the University of Washington School of Law, his alma mater, for five years. Mike’s 25 years of experience in all areas of recruiting gives him insight into the legal job markets nationally and in different regions across the country.   Tyler J. Hagenbuch | Partner | Political Law | Chicago Tyler Hagenbuch advises businesses, campaigns, and other clients engaged in a wide range of political activities. When clients participate in this highly regulated field, Tyler helps them understand how political and ethics laws can serve as strategic tools that both help them solve business problems and protect their reputational interests. Tyler also has extensive experience in voting rights and voter participation laws, and regularly counsels organizations around activities such as campaigns for voter registration and get out the vote, as well as the development of election-related technology products. Victoria Q. Smith | Partner | Patent Litigation | Palo Alto Victoria Q. Smith is experienced in litigating patent and other intellectual property rights in the telecommunications, biotech, electronics and software fields. Victoria has experience in various aspects of patent infringement cases and has practiced in the federal district courts and before the International Trade Commission. Victoria also has experience with appeals to the Federal Circuit, and ex parte reexaminations and inter partes reviews for the U.S. Patent Office. Victoria speaks Cantonese fluently, and reads and writes Chinese.   FORWARD TO A FRIEND   Advertising Materials - Some jurisdictions in which Perkins Coie LLP practices law may require that this communication be designated as Advertising Materials. You are receiving this email as a friend or client of Perkins Coie LLP. Legal Notice | Privacy Policy Firm Headquarters: 1201 Third Ave., Suite 4900, Seattle, WA 98101 ©2021 Perkins Coie LLP. All Rights Reserved.